Volkswagen Beetle: Old is New Again in 2013 Model

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Troy, Granite City, Waterloo, CentrevilleThe Volkswagen Beetle is now in the third generation, redesigned as a more contemporary interpretation of the original Beetle, respecting its history yet forward looking.

The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is a front-wheel drive, four-seat hatchback powered by either a 170-hp 2.5-liter inline-five cylinder engine, a 200-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, or a 140-hp turbo diesel (TDI) four-cylinder. Transmission choices include a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic for the 2.5L, and a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG with the 2.0T or TDI. Safety features include front and side-impact airbags, anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring system, and daytime running lights.

For 2013, the TDI joins the Beetle’s engine line-up, the convertible returns for the first time since 2010, and a special Fender Edition will be offered that includes the 9-speaker, 400-watt Fender premium audio system, deep black pearl metallic paint, 18-inch “Disc” aluminum wheels and bi-xenon headlights.

The 2.5 L Beetle offers Bluetooth®, 17″ alloy wheels and iPod® hookup come standard. Here are some other highlights:

  • 2.5L, 5 cylinder engine, 170 hp
  • 17″ Heritage alloy wheels
  • Bluetooth® with audio streaming
  • Media Device Interface (MDI) with iPod® cable
  • V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces with heated front seats
  • 3-color, 4-position ambient lighting
  • Multi-function trip computer
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • Power-operated, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals

Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 31mpg

The 2.6 w/Sunroof has a touchscreen, includes all the 2.5L features, plus:

  • Power tilting/sliding tinted panoramic sunroof
  • Premium VIII touchscreen sound system with HD Radio™
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription
  • Keyless access with push-button start
  • Leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel

Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 31mpg

The 2.5L Fender Edition has VW’s most spirited engine and all the 2.5L with Sunroof features, plus:

  • Fender badging
  • 18″ Disc alloy wheels
  • Brushed chrome exterior mirror caps
  • Fender sunburst dash
  • Bi-xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights
  • Fender® Premium Audio System

Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 31mpg

2.5L 2/Sun, Sound and Navigation includes the features on the 2.5L with Sunroof, plus:

  • 18″ Disc alloy wheels
  • RNS 315 touchscreen navigation system
  • Fender® Premium Audio System

Consumption city: 22mpg
Consumption highway: 31mpg

Bring it up another notch with the Turbo, which includes a 200-hp turbocharged engine along with all the 2.5L features, and:

  • 2.0L, 200-hp TSI engine
  • 18″ Twister alloy wheels
  • 4-corner independent sport suspension
  • Rear spoiler
  • Carbon fiber appearance dashboard
  • Cloth seating surfaces with sport seats
  • 3-pod dash-mounted gauge cluster
  • Brushed aluminum appearance footrest pedal covers

Consumption city: 21mpg
Consumption highway: 30mpg

Are you ready to rock a Volkswagen Beetle? Visit Auffenberg, a Volkswagen dealer near Columbia, to drive a new Beetle today!

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